Get to Know: QAD – a History
Posted on: December 16, 2016 | By: Craig Thompson | QAD Practice News
QAD is an exceptional Cloud Based ERP Solution for many Professional Service Organizations, Manufacturers and Wholesale Distributors with a variety of customizable features to suit any business – no matter what their needs may be. However, before taking the plunge into any ERP solution, it’s best to learn exactly where they came from and where they plan on going. When you adopt a new ERP solution like QAD, you’re not just buying a software, you’re joining a family, and hopefully it’s a supportive and influential family that is excited about helping you grow.
QAD was founded in 1979 by Pamela Lopker and her husband Karl Lopker in Santa Barbara, CA with the purpose of closing the gap in integrated business software for manufacturers. They saw a lot of room for growth in the industry and although they started as a small startup, they grew to reach great success.
Just like any new business, their startup began locally however with the growth of their current customers and the growing success of their business they saw significant growth and were able to take the once small business global. They now have over 1,600 employees and are running in over 100 companies worldwide.
QAD is constantly adapting and consistently looking for ways to improve and better their customers. Something that is so important for someone looking to implement a new ERP software. QAD is very customer focused and immediately introduces their customers to a supportive QAD community via blog posts, the annual Explore Conference, mobile app, around the clock responsive customer service and so much more. QAD is a strong believer in customer engagement and constantly works with current and potential new customers to build and innovate new products as the manufacturing industry changes and develops. QAD has accomplished a lot in the almost 40 years they’ve been in action, and you can believe that they will be taking even larger strides in the future.
If you’re business is considering implementing a new cloud ERP software like QAD in your manufacturing business, feel free to reach out to QAD’s ERP Partner of the Year – Logan Consulting to schedule a consultation.